Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Nadi (NAN) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 10m.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Flights connecting via Nadi (NAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 19h 05m.

What airlines fly to Melbourne Airport?

Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Air New Zealand are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Melbourne Airport. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Melbourne?

Qatar Airways and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Melbourne

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Melbourne Airport?

Los Angeles (LAX) was the most common stop: 83% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Flights via Nadi (NAN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $790.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport is 6 as of October 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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3:30 pm - 2:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

30h 05m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

7:10 am - 2:37 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 27m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

$1,070Air Canada

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23

8:58 am - 1:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

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7:10 am - 2:32 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 22m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

$1,070Air Canada

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11:45 am - 9:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

28h 45m1 stop Los Angeles

10:45 pm - 5:59 amMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 14m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,181American Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23

3:25 pm - 9:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

25h 05m1 stop Los Angeles

12:00 pm - 11:59 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,181American Airlines

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7:35 am - 8:00 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

31h 25m1 stop Los Angeles

10:10 am - 1:47 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

20h 37m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,199Delta

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7:35 am - 8:00 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

31h 25m1 stop Los Angeles

10:10 am - 1:47 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

20h 37m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,199Delta

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9:14 pm - 5:00 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

38h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

10:45 pm - 3:52 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

34h 07m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,200Qantas Airways

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4:05 pm - 9:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

24h 25m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles

11:30 am - 5:02 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 32m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,203United Airlines

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8:55 am - 10:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

32h 35m1 stop San Francisco

12:45 pm - 9:45 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 00m1 stop San Francisco

$1,204United Airlines

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10:05 pm - 5:00 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

37h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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34h 14m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,251Qantas Airways

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Nov 16

ORD11:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 45m

1 stop

MEL9:30 amMelbourne

Nov 23

MEL10:45 pmMelbourne

24h 14m

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ORD5:59 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,181

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Nov 11

ORD10:32 amChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 58m

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MEL9:30 amMelbourne

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MEL12:00 pmMelbourne

21h 05m

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ORD4:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,185

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ORD5:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

23h 15m

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MEL9:30 amMelbourne

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MEL12:00 pmMelbourne

23h 23m

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ORD6:23 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,186

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Nov 1

ORD5:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

34h 25m

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MEL8:55 amMelbourne

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MEL3:00 pmMelbourne

46h 22m

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ORD8:22 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,339

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Nov 1

ORD8:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

44h 25m

1 stop

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MEL3:00 pmMelbourne

46h 22m

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1 stop34h 14m

$1,251

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Melbourne Airport?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,324 to $1,560.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,070.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with most prices found around $278. The month of January is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport averaging around $1,044.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around $1,368 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for as low as $908 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flight.

How have Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flight prices changed over time?

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Best Price Found	$614
Fastest flight time	22h 35m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Melbourne Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is $614. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,070.

The fastest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport takes 22h 35m

There are no direct flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.

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How far is Chicago O'Hare Intl to Melbourne by plane?
The distance between Chicago O'Hare Intl and Melbourne is about 9659.7 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 22h 35m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport is 6 as of October 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport is Qantas Airways (42% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (24%), Air New Zealand (14%), and American Airlines (9%).

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Delta	PriceFrom $329	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,662 reviews	Search Delta flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $911	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,115 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,217	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 675 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,218	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,708 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,364	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,186 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,374	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,404 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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